undermined

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The siege of Gaza "directly undermined reproductive and newborn health", while the collapse of public health programmes "eroded the conditions necessary for a healthy next generation".

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

As the rational foundations of clinical research continue to be challenged and undermined, her book reminds us of science’s singular ability to address problems of civilizational importance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 21, 2026

But even they could be in some jeopardy if the underlying inflation statistics are undermined.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026

Delays in publishing a report laying out government defence spending have undermined the UK's credibility with its allies, a parliamentary committee that scrutinises public spending says.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Because I outsmarted his sadistic Hunger Games, made the Capitol look foolish, and consequently undermined his control.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins